Solace In The Andalusian Hillside

The last seven months seem almost surreal at times, that I have been caught in an outer body experience......but it's real alright. The emotional roller coaster of going through a divorce is and remains brutal in every aspect. I wouldn't wish it upon anyone.

But.....I have an amazing family and an amazing close network of friends who have been there throughput. I am incredibly lucky and whilst at times you can feel in that most desolate place there has always been someone there.

I have been blessed again this week, staying in the Spanish hilltops, with friends. It's been the most perfect boost and an opportunity to recharge and reflect, refocus and just to be honest recharge. Thanks Jan & Steve for an amazing break in Casa Del Elliot x

The stunning views and sun on my back has fed the soul as well as the hospitality and banter for the next phase of moving on with a very different life.

I feel very blessed....thanks to everyone for everything it means a lot x


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Location:Andalusia

Oh To Be A Teenager!

The gorgeous E has reached another milestone today....13 and a teenager! I can't believe it.

The above sums it up really and so much more...she is just amazing. Bright, witty, sassy, thoughtful and just a joy to be around. Looking forward to the celebrations tonight post school.

A teenager....time flies. Now remember my favourite niece....continue not to bring the good name of Lucas-Gidley into disrepute as you enter your teen years!

Love you lots

Aunty Birdy xx


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Fun Times

Packing up ready to head back to Exeter after a great time away with my gorgeous niece in London.

Been a fab few days away seeing the sights, shopping, chillaxing and enjoying more birthday celebrations.

This was my birthday present from E......made me cry! It's been fab to go away with her...so thanks E for a swooper duper time.











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Location:London

Happy New Year

About to head off to Dawlish to spend new year with friends. The end of 2013 can't come soon enough for me, 2014 can only get better.

Wishing family and friends a very happy new year xx


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Location:Dawlish

Merry Chrinklemouse Everyone!

It's not been the greatest year for me, but without the love and friendship from my amazing family and friends it could have been a whole lot worse.

Thank you everyone for all the tlc over recent months it's meant a lot to me.

Merry Chrinklemouse xxxxx

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Jam Therapy

After a hard day yesterday at work, this was just what the doctor ordered. I forget sometimes how therapeutic this is. Hubble bubble in the witches cauldron....muddled berry jam (blackberries, blueberries, red currants and raspberries).....done!


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Ships Cat

I shouldn't laugh at someone else's misfortune so apologies now....BUT the cats face was hilarious and I have never ever yes never ever see one run so fast and it's facial expression was a picture. It went like an Exocet missile.

Ships cats may be part of naval and boating history but I have a real aversion to them and its deep seated after been peed upon in the middle of the night by the infamous Dave The Cat. Dave did survive his midnight misdemeanours but I have been scarred for life ever since!

This morning whilst out for a stroll along the pontoons, from the peace and quiet erupted a scream as a very loved ships cat that we have seen from time from sunbathing aboard a liveaboards bot jumped onto the pontoon. Next thing like a rocket he whizzed by, shot up the gangway and was gone....a family in hot pursuit. Don't know what spooked it, but it wasn't a happy pussycat.

A family went in hot pursuit but he is currently still missing in action.

Stunning day here, out for a spin later as have recovered from our fun escapades of Saturday.

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